Used Excavators for Landscaping
Landscaping demands machines that are agile, precise, and gentle on finished ground— yet powerful enough to handle grading, trenching, tree removal, and hardscape prep. Our inventory of used landscaping excavators focuses on compact and medium-class machines that balance reach, low ground pressure, and fuel efficiency, so you can move soil, shape terrain, and install features without tearing up the site. Every unit listed below has been inspected and is matched to real landscaping tasks— from backyard renovations and retaining walls to commercial site grading and irrigation trenching. Use the comparison grid to line up operating weight, dig depth, bucket capacity, transport dimensions, working hours, and price side by side, then hit Compare to shortlist the right machine.Why These Machines Suit Landscaping Work
- Low ground disturbance — rubber tracks and lighter classes protect turf, driveways, and pavers.
- Tight-space maneuverability — short tail-swing and compact footprints fit fenced yards and gated sites.
- Fast transport — transport dimensions that fit standard trailers for easy job-to-job moves.
- Attachment ready — auger, grapple, thumb, and grading buckets for multi-task versatility.
- Fuel-efficient engines — lower running costs on long grading and trenching days.
| Used Excavator Image | Excavator Title | Excavator Brand | Excavator Class | Operating Weight | Engine Model & Net Power | Max Dig Depth | Bucket Capacity | Transport Dimensions: Length, Width, Height | Applications | Working Hours | Production Year | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Used Original Japan-Made Komatsu PC40MR Excavator CE Certified | Komatsu | Mini | 4.1 T | Diesel Engine 300 HP | 8.5 m | 1.8 m³ | 11.8 x 3.4 x 3.6 m | Landscaping – French Drain Installation | 150 H | 2025 | Consult | |
 | Used 2024 CAT 306 Compact Excavator with EPA Tier 4 Engine Low Hours | Caterpillar | Mini | 6 T | CAT C2.4 55 HP | 3.9 m | 0.15 m³ | 5.3 x 1.9 x 2.5 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 590 H | 2024 | Consult | |
 | Used Kubota KX163 Mini Excavator Made in Japan | Kubota | Mini | 6.52 T | Kubota V2607 47.6 HP | 4.1 m | 0.22 m³ | 5.4 x 1.9 x 2.5 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | – | – | Consult | |
 | Used CAT 306 Compact Excavator with EPA Tier 4 Engine | Caterpillar | Mini | 6 T | CAT C2.4 55 HP | 3.9 m | 0.15 m³ | 5.3 x 1.9 x 2.5 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 590 H | 2024 | Consult | |
 | Used Catepillar 307.5 Excavators | Caterpillar | Mini | 3.7 T | Diesel Engine 150 HP | 6.9 m | 0.9 m³ | 9.5 x 2.8 x 3.0 m | Landscaping – French Drain Installation | 452 H | 2022 | $39,000 | |
 | Used Kubota KX165 Excavator | Kubota | Mini | 6.5 T | Kubota V2607 47.6 HP | 4.1 m | 0.22 m³ | 5.4 x 1.9 x 2.5 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 630 H | 2021 | $17,000 | |
 | Used CAT303.5 Excavator | Caterpillar | Mini | 3.5 T | CAT C1.7 23 HP | 2.8 m | 0.11 m³ | 4.7 x 1.7 x 2.5 m | Landscaping – French Drain Installation | 859 H | 2022 | $16,000 | |
 | Used Kubota KX163 Excavator | Kubota | Mini | 6.5 T | Kubota V2607 47.6 HP | 4.1 m | 0.22 m³ | 5.4 x 1.9 x 2.5 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 630 H | 2021 | $17,200 | |
 | Used Kubota KX40 Excavator | Kubota | Mini | 4 T | Diesel Engine 30 HP | 3.4 m | 0.18 m³ | 4.5 x 1.8 x 2.4 m | Landscaping – French Drain Installation | 1500 H | 2019 | $22,500 | |
 | Used Kubota KX35 Excavator | Kubota | Mini | 3.5 T | Diesel Engine 26 HP | 3.2 m | 0.16 m³ | 4.5 x 1.8 x 2.4 m | Landscaping – French Drain Installation | 1500 H | 2019 | $22,500 | |
 | Used Kubota KX15 Excavator | Kubota | Mini | 1.5 T | Diesel Engine 11 HP | 2.2 m | 0.07 m³ | 4.5 x 1.8 x 2.4 m | Landscaping – French Drain Installation | 1500 H | 2018 | $12,000 | |
 | Used Kubota KX17 Excavator | Kubota | Mini | 1.7 T | Diesel Engine 13 HP | 2.3 m | 0.08 m³ | 4.5 x 1.8 x 2.4 m | Landscaping – French Drain Installation | 1500 H | 2019 | $12,000 | |
 | Used Kubota KX 30 Excavator | Kubota | Mini | 3 T | Diesel Engine 23 HP | 3 m | 0.14 m³ | 4.5 x 1.8 x 2.4 m | Landscaping – French Drain Installation | 1500 H | 2019 | $22,500 | |
 | Used Kubota KX 25 Excavator | Kubota | Mini | 2.5 T | Diesel Engine 19 HP | 2.7 m | 0.11 m³ | 4.5 x 1.8 x 2.4 m | Landscaping – French Drain Installation | 1500 H | 2019 | $15,000 | |
 | Used Kubota KX 20 Excavator | Kubota | Mini | 2 T | Diesel Engine 15 HP | 2.5 m | 0.09 m³ | 4.5 x 1.8 x 2.4 m | Landscaping – French Drain Installation | 1500 H | 2019 | $15,000 | |
 | Used Kubota KX10 Excavator | Kubota | Mini | 1 T | Diesel Engine 8 HP | 2 m | 0.05 m³ | 4.5 x 1.8 x 2.4 m | Landscaping – French Drain Installation | 1500 H | 2018 | $10,400 | |
 | Used Kubota KX161-3S Excavator | Kubota | Mini | 6.1 T | Diesel Engine 48 HP | 4.2 m | 0.29 m³ | 6.0 x 2.2 x 2.6 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 2700 H | 2018 | $8,200 | |
 | Used Kubota KX165 Excavator | Kubota | Mini | 6.5 T | Kubota V2607 47.6 HP | 4.1 m | 0.22 m³ | 5.4 x 1.9 x 2.5 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 2700 H | 2019 | $15,000 | |
 | Used Hitachi ZX60 Excavator | Hitachi | Mini | 6 T | Diesel Engine 450 HP | 8.5 m | 2.7 m³ | 11.8 x 3.4 x 3.6 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 1800 H | 2020 | $16,000 | |
 | Used CAT312D Excavator | Caterpillar | Mini | 6 T | Diesel Engine 90 HP | 5.5 m | 0.54 m³ | 7.5 x 2.5 x 2.8 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 2300 H | 2019 | $28,000 | |
 | Used CAT308 Excavator | Caterpillar | Mini | 6 T | CAT C3.3B 70 HP | 4.1 m | 0.3 m³ | 6.3 x 2.3 x 2.5 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 818 H | 2020 | $19,000 | |
 | Used CAT306E Excavator | Caterpillar | Mini | 6 T | CAT C2.4 55 HP | 3.9 m | 0.15 m³ | 5.3 x 1.9 x 2.5 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 680 H | 2022 | $17,000 | |
 | Used Volvo EC60d Excavator | Volvo | Mini | 6 T | Diesel Engine 450 HP | 8.5 m | 2.7 m³ | 11.8 x 3.4 x 3.6 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 2000 H | 2019 | $15,000 | |
 | Used Kobelco SK60 Excavator | Kobelco | Mini | 6 T | Diesel Engine 450 HP | 8.5 m | 2.7 m³ | 11.8 x 3.4 x 3.6 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 1900 H | 2020 | $16,000 | |
 | Used Sany SY60C Excavator | Sany | Mini | 6 T | Diesel Engine 450 HP | 8.5 m | 2.7 m³ | 11.8 x 3.4 x 3.6 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 500 H | 2021 | $15,000 | |
 | Used Doosan DH60 Excavator | Doosan | Mini | 6 T | Diesel Engine 450 HP | 8.5 m | 2.7 m³ | 11.8 x 3.4 x 3.6 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 1600 H | 2019 | $13,000 | |
 | Used Hyundai 60 Excavator | Hyundai | Mini | 6 T | Diesel Engine 150 HP | 6.9 m | 0.9 m³ | 9.5 x 2.8 x 3.0 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 2000 H | 2020 | $14,000 | |
 | Used Komatsu PC60 Excavator | Komatsu | Mini | 6 T | Komatsu 4D88E 38 HP | 3.8 m | 0.2 m³ | 5.4 x 1.9 x 2.5 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 1000 H | 2017 | $16,000 | |
 | Used Komatsu PC60-7 Excavator | Komatsu | Mini | 6 T | Komatsu 4D88E 38 HP | 3.8 m | 0.2 m³ | 5.4 x 1.9 x 2.5 m | Landscaping – Blackberry Bush Removal | 2600 H | 2019 | $19,000 |
Choosing the Right Landscaping Excavator
The best excavator for landscaping depends on site access, ground type,
and the depth/reach your projects require. Use the guide below to match a
machine class to your typical work.
| Task Type | Recommended Class | Operating Weight | Ideal Dig Depth | Typical Bucket |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential yards & turf work | Compact / Mini | 1 – 6 T | 2 – 3 m | 0.02 – 0.10 m³ |
| Retaining walls & hardscape prep | Compact – Medium | 6 – 15 T | 3 – 4.5 m | 0.10 – 0.40 m³ |
| Commercial grading & bulk soil | Medium | 20 – 30 T | 6 – 8 m | 0.9 – 1.5 m³ |
| Tree removal & stumping | Medium (+ thumb/grapple) | 20 – 28 T | 6 – 7 m | 0.8 – 1.3 m³ |
Key Specs That Matter for Landscaping
| Spec | Why It Matters in Landscaping |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight | Lighter machines reduce turf damage and are easier to transport; heavier units add stability for lifting and bulk digging. |
| Max Dig Depth | Determines drainage, footing, and irrigation trench capability. 2–4 m covers most residential work; 6 m+ for commercial. |
| Bucket Capacity | Larger buckets speed bulk soil moves; smaller buckets give precision for planting beds and edging. |
| Transport Dimensions | Confirms trailer fit and gate/access clearance between jobs and inside enclosed properties. |
| Working Hours | Lower hours generally mean less wear and longer remaining service life—key for used-machine value. |
Common Landscaping Applications
- Grading & leveling lawns, slopes, and building pads
- Trenching for drainage, irrigation, and utility lines
- Retaining wall & paver foundation excavation
- Pond, water feature & pool digging
- Tree, stump & root removal with grapple or thumb
- Material handling — soil, gravel, mulch, and stone placement
Recommended Attachments
| Attachment | Best For |
|---|---|
| Grading Bucket | Fine finishing, leveling beds, backfilling |
| Auger | Post holes, tree planting, fencing |
| Hydraulic Thumb | Grabbing rocks, logs, and debris |
| Grapple | Tree and brush removal, material sorting |
| Compactor Plate | Trench backfill and base compaction |
Buying a Used Landscaping Excavator — Quick Checklist
- Match weight class to your most frequent job and site access.
- Verify working hours against price for real value.
- Check track type—rubber tracks protect finished surfaces.
- Confirm transport size fits your trailer and gates.
- Inspect hydraulics and auxiliary lines for attachment use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size excavator is best for landscaping?
For most residential and light commercial landscaping, a compact excavator
(1–6 tonnes) offers the best mix of maneuverability and low ground impact.
Choose a medium machine (20 T+) only for bulk grading, deep trenching,
or heavy tree work.
Are rubber tracks better for landscaping?
Yes. Rubber tracks reduce damage to lawns, driveways, and pavers,
making them ideal for finished or sensitive sites, while still providing solid traction.
How much does a used landscaping excavator cost?
Prices vary by class, hours, and year. Compact used units typically start lower,
while inspected medium-class machines run higher. Use the comparison grid above to
weigh price against hours and specs for the best value.